Compound Q&A
How is 4-Hydroxybutanal (CAS: 25714-71-0) typically synthesized?
Answer
4-Hydroxybutanal can be synthesized via the reduction of 4-oxobutanal with a suitable reducing agent like lithium aluminum hydride (LAH) or sodium borohydride (NaBH4). The reaction is carried out in an inert solvent like diethyl ether or THF. The selectivity and yield depend on the choice of catalyst and reaction conditions.
About
CAS No
25714-71-0
English Name
4-Hydroxybutanal
Molecular Formula
C4H8O2
Molecular Weight
88.106 g/mol
SMILES
C(CC=O)CO
InChIKey
PIAOXUVIBAKVSP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-20 00:35
